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Black Jesus

5.219681h 29mMovieDrama

A thinly-disguised biography of African leader Patrice Lumumba, here called Lalubi. Lalubi, a Christ-like leader determined to save his people, by passive resistance, from the dictatorial regime propped up by European colonialists, is…

DirectorValerio Zurlini
WritersValerio Zurlini·Franco Brusati
ProducerCarlo Lizzani

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Cast · Directed by Valerio Zurlini

WSWoody Strode
Woody Strode
Maurice Lalubi
FCFranco Citti
Franco Citti
Oreste
JSJean Servais
Jean Servais
Commander
PCPier Paolo Capponi
Pier Paolo Capponi
Officer
SFStephen Forsyth
Stephen Forsyth
Prisioner
SBSalvatore Basile
Salvatore Basile
GT
Giuseppe Transocchi
RRRenzo Rossi
Renzo Rossi
IL
Inigo Lezzi
BCBruno Corazzari
Bruno Corazzari

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Black Jesus — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Black Jesus?

Black Jesus is streaming on Xumo Play in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Black Jesus on Netflix?

No, Black Jesus is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Xumo Play.

Is Black Jesus on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch Black Jesus for free?

Black Jesus is available to stream free (with ads) on Xumo Play in United States.

Is Black Jesus based on a true story?

Yes — Black Jesus is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).